Flying from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to London: what you need to know
London is three hours ahead of Porto Alegre, where Salgado Filho International Airport is located. London observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your POA to London flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Located around 6 kilometres from central Porto Alegre, POA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to POA:
76.68% of flights that leave from Salgado Filho International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to London
Rs120,205 is currently the best price for a one-way Salgado Filho International Airport to London flight. Return flight tickets start at Rs263,747. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from POA to London, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of London. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 55 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Hit the road running by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your flight from POA to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 80 kilometres from central London. Following your flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your POA to London flight, kick back at a hotel near LGW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make collecting a London Gatwick Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of London. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to London.
The journey will take around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport.
Check in to a hotel near STN and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late POA to London flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Stay in control of the next part of your journey with a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar will get you on the road.
If you're after a specific kind of vehicle, book your ride from STN around four weeks ahead of your flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to London. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you prefer, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to London
Visit London during peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Salgado Filho International Airport to London during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Salgado Filho International Airport to London flight ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from POA to London in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in London right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to London:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.